Seeds for the Soul

A Path to Self-Discovery and Healing Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, developed by Dr. Richard Schwartz in the 1980s, offers a...

A Balanced Approach to Health and Well-Being In today's world, alcohol consumption is often intertwined with socializing, celebrations,...

Daily phone calls or texts from Debi Anson LCSW CAADC Daily phone calls or text check-ins are another way Therapy Matters paves the way...

Living our lives with a constant safety net can create an invisible barrier to true freedom. As we pursue the life of our dreams, we...

Hearing the Whisper There is immense beauty and power in listening to the quiet whisper within. Have you ever noticed that in a noisy,...

In Maya Angelou's poem “Caged Bird,” the caged bird sings because it yearns for freedom. Excessive alcohol use can be its own cage....

-having the option to choose, to question, or to change your drinking habits. -making a conscious choice to be the best version of...

Boundaries are a part of self-care. Setting boundaries is an important part of establishing one’s identity and is a crucial aspect of...

The Facts. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health conditions. According to the NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental...

We all have an internal dialogue. That running monologue inside our heads reveals our thoughts, beliefs, questions, and ideas. This inner...

After weeks of decorating, shopping, baking, and preparing for it, the holidays are over. After all the excitement, parties, and visits...

Here's what to expect! At your initial appointment, the therapist will complete a full bio-psycho-social assessment. The therapist wants...

S.O.B.E.R.- STOP, OBSERVE, BREATHE, EXPAND, RESPOND. When you are under stress, do you ever act impulsively? Do you respond in ways you...

Many people think the process of change is very black and white. We make a decision. We do it. Right? Well, not exactly. A lot of subtle...

During the long cold winters here in Michigan, some people experience what we call the “winter blues’ also known as Seasonal Affective...

Freedom Has Its Rules. We live in a world with so many choices. But with all of this freedom, are we any better? Let me explain. Think...

You may be wondering about how online therapy works and whether the benefits are the same as in-person therapy. You may be skeptical, or...

Do you have gratitude fatigue? The benefits of practicing gratitude has been well-documented to have major health benefits. It can...

The holidays can be a joyful time, offering a chance to reconnect with friends and family. But they can also be stressful. Recognize your...